Africa

Gas blast at Nigeria mine kills 38, injures dozens

Residents said the victims were in the mines below ground where the explosion happened on Wednesday morning.

Jesse Jackson: The fallen hero who stood for Africans

Reverend Jesse Jackson facilitated peace talks to end armed conflicts in Sudan, Liberia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo and campaigned for Africa’s economic development.

Rwanda partners US firm Anthropic for AI training

Three-year agreement marks first time San Francisco-based firm formalized multi-sector government partnership on African continent

Zimbabwe war veterans challenge Mnangagwa term extension bid

The group says, being a beneficiary, President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s participation in the process amounts to a conflict of interest, which is against the constitution.

Kenya airport workers' strike called off after two days of disruption

The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority said operations would resume immediately after a return-to-work agreement was reached to end the two-day strike.

Erdogan: Israel's recognition of Somaliland benefits no one

Countries in region should develop solutions to regional problems, Erdogan says in joint presser with Ethiopian Premier Abiy in Addis Ababa.

Nigeria warns citizens against recruitment to fight abroad

The foreign ministry said some Nigerian citizens were deployed to combat zones after being misled and coerced into signing military service contracts.

US troops arrive in northeast Nigeria

Nigeria’s Defense Headquarters says deployment part of longstanding security partnership between the two countries

Morocco residents return to sacked city after floods recede

The exceptional rainfall ended a seven-year drought.

French interior minister visits Algeria amid strained ties: What's on the agenda?

With historical grievances and contemporary political disputes at the forefront, the outcome of this visit could have significant implications for the future of Algerian-French relations.

Fire destroys IDP camp in Sudan’s North Darfur, kills two

The blaze swept through makeshift shelters in Tawila as overcrowding and aid shortages deepen the Sudan conflict humanitarian crisis.

US deports nine people to Cameroon despite court protection

The deportees are not Cameroonians, according to media reports.

RSF's October 2025 attack on Sudan's Al Fasher killed at least 6,000: UN

There are “reasonable grounds” that RSF and their allied militias committed war crimes and that their acts also amount to crimes against humanity, the UN says.

Global copper rush promises more wealth for Zambia

Zambia is Africa's second-largest copper producer, after DRC, and the world's eighth, according to the US Geological Survey.

Niger's president visits Algeria, signalling an end to diplomatic tensions

Visit follows restoration of diplomatic representation after more than 10 months of strain between Algiers and Niamey

Airstrike kills 15 al-Shabaab terrorists in Somalia

Airstrike targets terrorists planting improvised explosive devices along key road in Middle Shabelle region, says Somali Defense Ministry.

AU: Conflicts, UN reform dominate close of water-themed summit

Leaders call for ceasefires across the continent, particularly in Sudan, and renew demands for UN Security Council reform as mounting crises overshadow development priorities.

UN chief supports Nigeria’s bid for permanent UN Security Council seat

Antonio Guterres calls on Nigeria to spearhead Africa's role in new global order, citing leadership, abundant natural and human resources and commitment to multilateralism.

Malian forces kill about a dozen terrorists in central region

Mali has faced persistent insecurity for more than a decade, particularly in its central and northern regions, where armed groups linked to militant organizations and local conflicts have carried out attacks against secu

African Union leaders open summit with water, climate shocks at top of agenda

The two-day summit centres on water security, climate pressure, and strengthening Africa’s representation in global institutions, with attendance of global leaders

Africa's lack of permanent seat at UN Security Council ‘indefensible’: UN chief

“This is 2026 – not 1946,” UN chief Antonio Guterres said, adding that whenever global decisions affecting Africa are made, “Africa must be at the table.”

Algeria begins cleanup of French nuclear testing in Sahara desert

France reportedly conducted at least 17 nuclear tests in Algeria’s Sahara Desert between 1960 and 1966.

China to scrap tariffs on imports from most of Africa starting may

From May 1, zero levies will apply to all African countries except Eswatini, which maintains diplomatic relations with Taiwan.

Nigeria sets February date for presidential elections

Election commission chief called the upcoming election a "significant milestone in our democratic journey".